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– Wendy Cope

The weekend was a blur of unproductive yet entertaining activities. When I woke this morning, I saw a bunch of bananas perfectly dressed in their yellow jackets on the kitchen counter screaming ‘eat me’. Torrential rain for 12 straight hours made it the sort of day you want to call in sick at work, watch movies and indulge in some RnR. While it seems to be a bad day to get out of the house, fumbling to protect your bag and keep your laptop dry while commuting to work, it sure seems to be the perfect day to bake.

One such indulgent treat that I offer today is Banana Streusel Muffins. The combination of perfectly ripened bananas and a thick layer of streusel. The streusel adds a wonderful crunch before you actually sink your teeth into the tender muffin. I simply love the addition of streusel to muffins, coffeecakes, bars, et al.

I’d like to welcome Nelly, author of cooking with books, a pastry chef and bread baker who’s joining me in the kitchen this week for Muffin Monday and spreading the muffin love. Nelly is a graduate from Culinary Institute of America, currently residing in Santo Domingo. She has adapted this recipe and incorporated delicious flavors including coconut oil and chocolate chips. Click here to view her post.

Bake in preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of a muffin comes out clean.

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24 Responses to Muffin Monday: Banana Streusel Muffins

Hey are you sure Nellie didn’t bribe you!!she is bananas over bananas!! lol You two are the bestest girlies and am so happy to see you cooperate on your brilliant muffin Mondays!! geat post An and yeah Streusel!!

I adore Nelly, and so excited to enjoy your beautiful blog:-) The muffins look soooo good! I wish I could reach through my screen and grab one;-) Love the addition of coconut oil, it would give the muffins such a beautiful flavor.
Take care, Terra